Author: Starnews NG
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54 Shot in Chicago Chaos, Pritzker Shuns Trump’s Troops
Chicago witnessed a bloody Labor Day weekend as at least 54 people were shot, seven fatally, in incidents across the city, police confirmed on Monday. The violence came amid renewed threats by former U.S. President Donald Trump to deploy federal agents and National Guard troops to Chicago—an idea strongly opposed by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker…
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60-Year-Old Man Remanded for Allegedly Raping 24-Year-Old Woman in Lagos
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and arraigned a 60-year-old man, Ajayi Femi, for allegedly drugging and raping a 24-year-old woman. The suspect, who was brought before a court on Monday, was ordered to be remanded in a correctional centre pending further hearings. Confirming the incident in a statement, the Lagos State Police Public…
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Strike: Resident Doctors Issue FG 10-Day Ultimatum Over Unmet Demands
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a fresh 10-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to meet its outstanding demands or face a nationwide strike. In a communiqué signed by its President, Dr. Osundara Tope, Secretary-General, Dr. Odunbanku Kazeem Oluwashola, and Publicity and Social Secretary, Dr. Amobi Omoha, at the end of its…
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Why PDP National Convention May Not Hold – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has cast doubt over the possibility of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) holding its forthcoming national convention scheduled for November in Ibadan, Oyo State. Wike, speaking during his monthly media chat on Monday, said unresolved internal crises in the party could prevent the convention from…
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Gov Bago Dissolves Niger State Executive Council
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has dissolved the State Executive Council (SEC), bringing an end to the tenure of all commissioners in the state. The governor made the announcement on Monday during the council’s meeting at the Government House, Minna. Bago thanked the outgoing cabinet members for their service and contributions to the development…
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Transfer: Chelsea, Man Utd confirm deals for Kellyman, Williams
Chelsea and Manchester United have confirmed the departures of two of their promising youngsters, Omari Kellyman and Ethan Williams, on loan deals for the 2025/26 season. Chelsea announced on Monday that 19-year-old midfielder Kellyman has joined League One outfit Cardiff City on a season-long loan. The Blues, in a statement on their official website, said…
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You can’t fix Nigeria in four years – El-Rufai tells Peter Obi
Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has faulted the one-term presidency pledge made by former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, insisting that four years is not enough time to fix Nigeria or make any meaningful impact in governance. El-Rufai, who is now a key member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stated this while…
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Transfer: Dessers will leave Rangers — Martin
Rangers head coach, Russell Martin, has confirmed that Nigerian striker, Cyriel Dessers, will be leaving the Scottish giants as he edges closer to a move to Greek Super League champions, Panathinaikos. Dessers, who came off the bench in Sunday’s tense Old Firm derby clash with Celtic, is understood to have played his final game in…
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Ondo Govt reacts as ASUU strike shuts down state varsity
Academic activities at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), have been grounded following the decision of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), AAUA branch, to embark on an indefinite withdrawal of services over unpaid salaries and arrears. The union, in a memo signed by its Chairperson, Boluwaji Oshodi, and Secretary, Olusegun Taiwo, said the action…
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Phyna loses sister Ruth Otabor after accident
The sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, identified as Ruth Otabor, has died following complications from a recent accident. Her death was confirmed in a statement issued on Sunday by Eko Solicitors & Advocates on behalf of the family, which disclosed that Ruth passed away in the early hours of August 31,…
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RUGIPO Fire Incident: No casualty recorded – Management
The management of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, has reacted to the recent fire incident that occurred at one of its student hostels on Saturday, assuring that no casualties were recorded and that the safety of students remains its top priority. In a statement, the institution expressed relief that the fire was swiftly extinguished and the…
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Golden Opportunity: Ontario Opens Doors to 468 New Immigrants
Ontario is paving the way for a brighter future as it issues a total of 468 invitations to apply under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), targeting foreign workers and international students with job offers in specific regions of the province. This initiative offers a lifeline to those seeking new beginnings and opportunities in Canada’s…